Tapping into Bloom Taxonomy’s Higher-Order Cognitive Processes: The Case for Multiple Choice Questions as a Valid Assessment Tool in the ESP Classroom

This article describes the results of Action Research conducted in an ESP classroom Dhofar University located Oman. Following call Oman Vision 2040 to emphasize educational practices that promote development higher-order cognitive processes, this study raises following question: Can online multiple choice question (MCQ) quiz tap into skills apply, analyze and evaluate? was also critical at time COVID-19 pandemic when Omani universities switched learning mode. The researchers administered MCQ 35 undergraduate students enrolled course for Engineering Sciences. showed quizzes could be developed thinking stem MSQ is as a task or scenario. revealed performed better on MCQs low-level skills. result can attributed prevalent practice develop assessment tools only level Bloom’s taxonomy, which involves process retrieving memorized information. significance lies its pedagogical applications. calls use teaching target skills, aligned with country’s strategic direction reflected vision 2040.